Brain Balance is the leading drug-free training program designed to help kids improve focus, behavior, social skills, anxiety, and academic performance.
The program goes above and beyond the more traditional, mainstream approaches you may have tried before to help your child get to the root of their challenges.
This fall, as kids and teens return to school, you can make up for lost time and help your child get ahead by improving focus, behavior, social skills, and learning. Brain Balance’s non-medical program is tailored to your child’s unique needs with a personalized plan of action and coaching. We’ll help you in the way that works best for you. The program is available onsite or online, at home. Join the 40,000 other Brain Balance families and help your child thrive in the new school year.
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Learn how Brain Balance's unique program uses physical, sensory, and cognitive activities to help your child see improvements.
We have helped more than 40,000 kids get to the root of their struggles and achieve lasting improvements, including:
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For parents, one of the hardest experiences is having your child struggle with academic, social, or behavioral issues. It can often feel overwhelming to know that your child is struggling, especially when it seems as though resources for help are limited. We want you to know that help is out there and that your family doesn’t have to work through these issues alone. Brain Balance Achievement Center of Pasadena specializes in helping children overcome the obstacles they may be facing both at home and in the classroom.
At the Brain Balance Achievement Center of Pasadena, CA, we have helped thousands of children overcome the challenges of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), learning disabilities such as dyslexia or dyscalculia, processing disorders such as Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), Asperger Syndrome, behavioral issues such as anxiety, Leaky Gut, Oppositional Defiant Disorders (ODD), and many other types of learning and development issues that impact children. At Brain Balance Achievement Center of Pasadena, we use a non-medical and drug-free approach to helping your child overcome the challenges they face daily with the Brain Balance Program. The elements of our integrated approach include academic activities that focus on brain-based learning techniques, sensory motor activities that are designed to improve balance and stability, and a clean-eating nutrition plan.
At Brain Balance Achievement Center of Pasadena, our program kicks off with an in-depth assessment of your child to help us develop a personalized learning program that will help your child reach their goals. Next comes in-center sessions that focus on sensory-motor training and academic skills. Each of these sessions is an hour long and occurs three times each week. Since our programs are personalized to meet the individual needs and challenges of the children we work with, the timeframe varies. Programs are generally completed in 36-72 sessions, with some children needing more time to achieve their goals. We believe that completing activities at home is the key to having successful outcomes. Therefore, the Brain Balance Achievement Center of Pasadena will also provide your family with an assortment of in-home activities, from exercises to a nutritional program, in order to help establish a healthy routine at home.
If you are noticing that your child is having difficulty staying still, has developed narrow, obsessive interests, has a learning disorder such as dyslexia, or seems to have frequent tantrums, the Brain Balance Achievement Center of Pasadena can help you and your child find a way to overcome the symptoms of common disorders. We invite you to visit our center to learn more about us.
At Brain Balance Achievement Center of Pasadena, our dedicated team members currently serve children enrolled in the Pasadena Unified school district. The Brain Balance program is designed to help children struggling with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, High-Functioning Autism such as Asperger Syndrome, Processing Disorders such as Sensory Integration Disorder, and an array of other childhood learning and behavioral disorders.
The Brain Balance Program offers a drug-free, integrated approach that brings parents and kids together to help improve a child’s processing and learning ability, leading to a better experience in school and at home. We address underlying concerns which are not seen in your everyday interaction and testing in order to understand the root cause of the issue.
If you’re noticing that your child is having trouble academically, socially, or behaviorally, start with our online assessment and we can help determine if Brain Balance is the right fit.
Ready to take the next step towards helping your child? Call us at 626-737-5000 to learn more. Families can also visit our center to meet our dedicated team and to see first hand how Brain Balance Achievement Center of Pasadena is working to help children in our community.
Brain Balance does not require that a child has a medical diagnosis, nor do we clinically diagnose medical conditions. Our focus is on understanding the struggles these children experience and helping them develop and strengthen the connections to help reduce those struggles.
For those who do have a diagnosis,1 research has shown that the unique challenges your child is facing can be linked to weak connections across different regions of the brain.
The Brain Balance assessment provides you with a deeper view of your child’s struggles. During the assessment, your child’s sensory, motor and cognitive development are evaluated. This assessment helps identify areas of development that need strengthening. The reasons why a child may excel in some areas but has trouble in others will become clearer. From the results, we create a plan that helps your child overcome their struggles.
Fill out our form now to get started. A Brain Balance team member will reach out to personally discuss your child’s challenges and schedule your child’s assessment.
When kids struggle with focus, behavior or sensory processing, it can be linked to weak connections across different regions in the brain. The good news is, we know that the brain can change in a way that may lead to improvements for your child or teen. The Brain Balance program exercises and activities are uniquely designed to help strengthen and build new connections by using a combination of physical, sensory, and cognitive activities. These new, efficient, and effective connections in the brain lead to improvements in our ability to complete cognitive tasks and in our executive functioning:
When these skills and functions improve, a child may feel improved confidence and be better equipped to engage and thrive in the world around them.
The Brain Balance program was recently part of a research study conducted by Harvard University’s McLean Hospital. The research study focused on the impact of aspects of the Brain Balance program, completed at home, on Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).We are incredibly excited to share the preliminary findings of this ongoing research.
The Brain Balance Program offers a comprehensive, drug-free option that goes beyond the more traditional, mainstream approaches you may have tried before to help your child get to the root of their challenges instead of masking them.
A Whole-Brain Approach
The program activates many regions of brain all at once through sensory engagement, physical development and academic learning activities.
Personalized to Your Child’s Challenges
The program is tailored to your child’s needs and development level.
1:1 Coaching & Support
Our coaches will personally guide you through the program, including evaluating progress and leveling up as your child advances.
1:1 Nutrition Sessions
A Registered Dietitian will help customize a healthy nutrition plan fit for your child's lifestyle and needs.
On-Demand Resources
You’ll have access to a Program Portal where you can view on-demand helper videos, nutrition content, and program resources.
The Brain Balance Program is available at our local center and virtually, so you can find an option that best fits your family's needs.
At Your Local Brain Balance Center
Your child can work onsite with our coaches three times per week.
At Home with Virtual Check-Ins
The virtual option is parent-led and completed at home. You'll have weekly video check-ins from your program coach.
A program specialist can help you learn more about the two options and understand which format will work best for your child.
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As an educator for over 30 years, Lori began her educational journey teaching gifted education, but most recently she was the Executive Director of a high achieving Charter School in Colorado. Lori has seen growth in hundreds of children, but nothing compared to the exponential change she witnessed in children graduating from Brain Balance. With a vision in their hearts, she and her husband, Jim, left their home in Colorado to open a Brain Balance Center in Pasadena, California. Lori is a wonderful baker and loves spending time with her children and grandkids. Graduating from Colorado Christian University she holds a B.A. in Business Management, B.A. in Education, and a Masters in Curriculum and Instruction.
Jim is very excited to have a center in Pasadena to help struggling children and families. Having spent time in ministry in a variety of states, Jim joins Brain Balance with a rich and varied background in guiding and supporting people. After his time in ministry, he began working in education as a School Counselor, as well as, working in an Adolescent Psychiatric Center. Being the Brain Balance Program Director is a great fit for Jim. He is experienced, educated and passionate about leading children and their families to a place of confidence, positivity, and more peaceful life. Jim and Lori recently moved to Pasadena from Littleton, CO. In his free time, Jim is an avid outdoors person, with fishing, hunting, and backpacking claiming top spots.
Jim has a B.A. in Religious Studies, a Masters of Divinity, and a Masters in School Counseling.
Amanda Kenney is a California native who has a vast experience in working with individuals with Developmental Disorders. Having a brother with Down Syndrome, Amanda started with volunteering with Regional Centers at a young age and she found herself forever attached to working with kids. She has a passion for seeing the potential in students and strives to work toward their success. She has worked in Applied Behavior Analysis the past few years and is so honored to be part of the Brain Balance Team of Pasadena as the Assistant Director. Amanda has found herself settled into the foothills of Pasadena and can often be found creating jewelry, enjoying the Huntington Gardens with her friends and family, and exploring all the cool spots LA has to offer.
Amanda graduated from Azusa Pacific University with a B.A. in Journalism in 2013.
Born and raised in Southern California, Jon‘s experience and passion make him a wonderful addition to the Brain Balance Team. He worked 7 years under clinical supervision in Behavioral Science and eventually transitioned to a new frontier as a teacher assistant in Adaptive Physical Education for people with disabilities at Glendale Community College (GCC). This new venture inspired Jon to explore new strategies to support students in boosting their health, confidence and mental power. Brain Balance of Pasadena surfaced when Jon was seeking a fresh and valuable institute that focused on supporting students holistically. Jon also has experience teaching youths in film making, audio production and music lessons. In addition, Jon has been invited as a visiting artist and guest lecturer at Occidental College and the Echo Park Film Center.
Jon graduated from National University with a B.A. in Psychology in 2016.
Jennifer joins us with her expertise in Education Management and years of working with children. She is passionate about serving her local community and encouraging the kids to unlock their full potential. On her days off she loves to relax and de-stress with a visit to the beach, skateboarding by the seashore, passing the soccer ball around with friends and going to museums to learn all kinds of interesting facts about the world.
Jennifer is currently in her final semester at California State University where she will graduate with a B.A. in Psychology in June.
Elora joins the Brain Balance Team in Pasadena with years of experience in the youth education and the mental health field. From developing support programs for teen moms in South Africa to teaching English in China, her passion for working with children has taken her across the world! Elora looks forward to developing relationships with each child she coaches at Brain Balance. Her goal is to challenge and encourage them to push past their developmental or social obstacles to see improvement in confidence, self-worth and overall well-being. Elora has traveled to over 10 countries, loves sushi and can often be found at Disneyland with her fiance.
Elora graduated from Azusa Pacific University with her B.A. in Psychology in 2018.
Azlyn’s passion for helping others began as early as Elementary School. She was often found aiding teachers and peers which created a foundation that inspired her to venture into opportunities that fulfilled her passion. During Azlyn’s undergrad years, she worked as an after school program leader. Through this job, she noticed how emotions and behavior could affect students in the classroom. Her experience has solidified the belief that each child is unique and has a story that should be told, leading her to join the Brain Balance Team. She brings excitement and innovation to our team and enjoys being able to make differences in the lives of our students. Azlyn enjoys inspiring others to love themselves, their neighbors, animals, and the world. On her days off she can be found on hiking trails, enjoying nature’s beauty or anxiously waiting in line for her… tomato, lettuce wrapped, grilled onions, pickles…. In-N-Out Burger.
Azlyn Perez recently graduated from California Polytechnic University Pomona with a degree in Liberal Studies. Her next educational venture is to obtain her Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy.
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155 East Holly Street
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Monday, Wednesday, Friday:
10:00am – 6:00pm
Tuesday, Thursday: 10:00am –
5:00pm
Saturday, Sunday: Closed
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*At-home exercises and nutrition are a vital part of our program and compliance to program protocols is essential to achieve and maintain results. Your hard work and commitment to program requirements and protocols of the program translate to greater success for your child. Our advertising features actual parent testimonials. Individual results may vary. Brain Balance Achievement Centers are independently owned and operated.
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